Legionella Species by Qualitative PCR

Specimen:

Test Code

LSQPCR

Specimen Name

Legionella Species by Qualitative PCR

Collect

Sterile Container

Submit

2 mLs

Special Handling

Rejection Criteria

Stability

CRITICAL FROZEN

Methodology

Performed

Performed Sunday through Saturday - Reported 1-2 days

Reported

CPT Codes

  • 87541
  • 87798

Components

Additional Information

Respiratory specimen: Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), bronchial brushings, nasopharyngeal swab, sputum, tracheal aspirates or pleural fluid.

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Common Lab Definitions

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